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Historically, the harmonica has been a popular instrument that has never been as present as today in the world of music. Nowadays, the harmonica is included in conservatories as an academic instrument. This situation is very important considering that in the last decades more exponents of this instrument have existed simultaneously. Just review the catalogue of folklore, tango, jazz, blues, rock, country, celtic and classical music.

Its functioning, mechanics and behavior in general will depend on the care given to the instrument, which is essential for any musical instrument.

The harmonica is easy to deal with and practical. Chromatic harmonicas are sensitive instruments of constant maintenance; we could even say that these are one of the most sensitive instruments.

The reeds, as an active and fundamental element, which are directly related to the durability and response of the instrument, are usually demanded in a way that exceeds its mechanical conditions (especially diatonic harmonicas). However, over the years, the quality of reed instruments has been improved.

The work of Luthiers in this instrument is relatively new. I would say that this is new in the world and I have not heard of family traditions as in other instruments, where we do have generations of them. Therefore, there is a space for creativity and the ideas that may lead to better quality materials so that a good instrument of Luthier can be created. Undoubtedly, this is an adventure that comprises a very particular passion which can only be generated by art, a place that is open to creation and freedom.

Custom Harps


This is the result of years of collaborating with the best exponents of harmonica in Latin America.

Carbon fiber covers for diatonic and chromatic harmonicas. Bodies of wood, aluminum or carbon fiber that guarantee the best possible performance for studio or live environments making the most of the musician´s individual character.

I work with different types of wood, each with its special feature: Rosewood, Indian rosewood, Violet wood, Leopard tree, Burmese teak, Italian walnut, Maple, American elm, Guayacan, Quebracho, Ebony, Bahia Jacaranda and Zebrano.

Accesories


Valves, springs, rivets and screws.

Seydel Service Partner


Authorized service of Seydel in in all Latin America. I have all the original spare parts and the processes are done under the standards set by the manufacturer.

Musicians

Musicians who trust in my work.
Antonio Serrano Listen "Estudios No. 1, 2 y 3"
Franco Lucianifrancoluciani.com.ar Listen "Volver"
Mariano Slaimen Listen "Al Límite"
Lucas Chamorro Listen "Misty"
Lucio Taragno Listen "El Esquinazo"
Juan Pablo Di Leone Listen "Esta simple melodia"
Darío Soto & Soulville Listen "What My Momma Told Me"
Toro & Bluesman Listen "Come On My Kitchen"
Quique Gómezquiquegomez.com Listen "The Fool"
Adrian Jimenezadrianjimenez.com.ar Listen "Martelli Blues"
Il Harmonica Tríoilharmonicatrio.com.ar Listen "Gallo Ciego"
Alejandro Yaquesalejandroyaques.com.ar Listen "Moanin'"
Las Trompas de Falopio Listen "Crees"
Víctor Puertas Listen "Sugar Coated Love"
Matías Fernándezbluesdelsur.com.ar Listen "Limadura y Limousine"
Fernando Jiménez Listen "Fattening Frogs For Snakes"
Ángel Veraharpvard.com Listen "All About My Girl"
Fabricio Rodriguezfabriciorodriguez.com Listen "Tanto por hacer"
Ferrán Bosch Listen "Windmills of Your Mind"
Jorge Costales Listen "Greasy Gravy"
León Giecoleongieco.com Listen "En El País de La Libertad"
Federico Linari Listen "El Día Que Me Quieras"
Leandro Rao Listen "Black Pepper"
Joaco Rodríguez Listen "Freight Train"
Danny Boy Sánchez Listen "Snooky Pryor"

FAQ

Can my harmonica´s response be improved?

Yes. You need a customization work so that your harmonica sounds according to your style, airiness and phrasing. Practically, the response of all harmonicas can be improved.


How much can my instrument improve?

The performance of the harmonica can be improved depending on its state, how it is built, its materials, etc. Many times, the performance is not the expected one in both diatonic and chromatic harmonicas, which occurs often. So it is possible to work on different points, such as air leaks, the pressure of the rivets, which are directly related to the tension of the reeds, etc. But in short: YES, it is possible to improve them in most cases.


I don´t like the timbre (sound) of my harmonica, can I do something?

The timbre of the harmonica depends on the origin and is the condition of a tone in relation to another one and each model has its own timbre. Depending on how it is played, it is possible to work on the timbre. What does change in all cases is the volume and sensitivity of all its notes.


Can I have special tunings?

In the case of the harmonica we will face some physical and musical limitations and tunings are one of them. Thus, we can find different tunings in diatonic and chromatic harmonicas: major, minor, increased accords, decreased accords, etc. Although the universe of tunings (and temperaments) is very broad, the good thing is that they can be taken to the instrument without problems.

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